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00:00The Cuban people pay homage to the 32 combatants who fell heroically after the criminal attack perpetrated by the United States against Venezuela.
00:19Russia accused the United States and the United Nations of trying to destabilize Iran and warned that Washington's actions could generate a bloody chaos in the region.
00:32On Friday, South Korean former President Yoon Suk-yeol was found guilty of obstructing justice and sentenced to five years in jail as part of a judicial process linked to his declaration of martial law in December 2024.
00:49Hello, welcome to From the South. I'm Sophie Fernández from the Telesur Studios in Havana, Cuba. We'll begin with the news. Stay with us.
01:00On Thursday in Cuba, a high-level commission led by members of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party received at the José Martín International Airport in Havana the remains of the 32 Cuban combatants who were killed in the recent U.S. attacks on Venezuela.
01:27The remains were transported along Rancho Galleros Avenue to the headquarters of the Ministry of the Revolutionary Armed Forces. During the procession, a representation of the Cuban people gathered on both sides of the road to pay homage to the 32 who fell in defense of Venezuelan sovereignty.
01:43In the sense, hours before the start of the public tribute, the Cuban military authorities announced as a fitting and well-deserved tribute that the 32 motor combatants would be posthumously promoted in military rank.
01:55For their part, the network of intellectuals, artists and social movements in defense of humanity paid tribute to the 32 combatants killed in the imperialist attack perpetuated by the United States against Venezuela.
02:14In a statement the global movement expressed, the network of intellectuals, artists and social movements in defense of humanity, now in its 20th years of existence, is today experiencing one of its most painful moments, as they accompanied with respect and sorrow the families and the Cuban people in the grief that overwhelms them today, as they received the 32 honorable soldiers who gave their lives in combat in defense of the sovereignty of Venezuela and all of America, who together with the Venezuelan
02:43American army units faced the brutal imperialist attack that resulted in the kidnapping of President Nicolás Maduro and First Lady Celia Flores.
02:50In this context, the document stated,
02:53Today we mourn together, with you beloved Cuban people, for your children who fell in line of duty, mortars who defended freedom and dignity in the face of imperial aggression in Venezuela.
03:04Their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Their memory becomes a banner of unity, resilience and brotherhood.
03:13Meanwhile in Venezuela, Acting President Alexis Rodriguez delivers her annual message to the nation before the National Assembly.
03:22The act was carried out in strict compliance with Article 237 of the Constitution, which establishes that the executive must provide a detailed account of the political, economic and administrative aspects of the management carried out during the previous year.
03:36The report takes on a historical character following the kidnapping of President Nicolás Maduro and First Lady Celia Flores on January 3rd by the United States Government.
03:45The legislative session is backed by a massive rally of social sectors and worker groups, mobilized in the vicinity of the Federal Palace to express their support for the actions of the Acting President and demand the immediate release of their leaders,
03:59ratifying their commitment to national sovereignty.
04:06Brothers and sisters, deputies, it doesn't matter the political cover, and I say it, it is not important. We have to go together as Venezuelans, men and women, to defend the sovereignty, the independence, the territorial integrity, and to defend all...
04:26...of imperialism and their solidarity with the Venezuelan people. The gathering also paid tribute to those who died in the January 3rd attacks in Caracas, both Cubans and Venezuelans, who lost their lives defending national sovereignty.
04:39In turn, the protesters called on the peoples of the world to show solidarity and mobilized in the face of U.S. aggression.
04:45Moving on to Nicaragua, Co-President Daniel Ortega led the 28th graduation of police cadets in honor of the guerrilla poet Leonel Rugama.
05:00During the event, the Co-President rejected the attack on Venezuela by the United States and demanded the release of President Nicolás Maduro and First Lady Celia Flores.
05:08The Nicaraguan President described the actions of the United States against Venezuela as terrorists and denounced that their main objective is the oil.
05:15In this regard, Ortega expressed his solidarity with the Cuban people and the families of the fallen combatants during the U.S. military attack on Venezuela.
05:23Furthermore, the Co-President called for peace among all nations and congratulated the families of the police officers graduating on Thursday.
05:31In other news, Honduran President Xiomara Castro participated in the 144th anniversary of the creation of the National Police.
05:46The President attended the ceremony commemorating the institutional existence of the security force, which was officially founded on January 15, 1888.
05:55The event included commemorative activities in different parts of the country, where the authorities retaliated their unwavering commitment to serve and protect the Honduran people.
06:03The ceremony also included the promotion of auxiliary officers from the 4th class, with the presentation of insignia and recognition of their commitment and professionalism.
06:12In other news, the Mexican secretary for women will share with Brazil the government's experience and strategy in the fight against gender-based violence.
06:29Officials emphasized this advance recognizes the impact of constitutional reforms of substantive equality, the zero wage gap and the right to a life free of violence.
06:39It also highlighted the initiatives such as the Women's Lawyers Network, the voice for equality assemblies and the creation of a national care system.
06:46For her part, President Clyde Achenbaum recognized the work of her counterpart, Luís Inácio Lula da Silva, in combating gender-based violence in Brazil.
06:54And now we have a short break coming up.
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07:10Welcome back.
07:11In 2025, the number of deaths of homeless people in Italy rose to over 400, with a higher incidence in urban environments and public health.
07:17The Italian Federation of Organizations for Homeless People reports that the homelessness crisis in Italy rose to over 400, with a higher incidence in urban environments and public spaces.
07:40The Italian Federation of Organizations for Homeless People reports that the homelessness crisis in Italy primarily affects men, who account for 91.6% of deaths.
07:51The organization attributes this tragedy to extreme vulnerability and insecurity, as well as a lack of adequate housing.
07:58A study covering 235 municipalities highlights the need to provide assistance to neglected areas.
08:04In response to national campaign, Everyone Matters will launch at the end of January 2026 to collect critical data that will inform better public policy design.
08:21During the United Nations emergency meeting, Russia accused the United States of trying to destabilize Iran and warned that Washington's actions could generate a bloody chaos in the region.
08:30Russia's permanent representative at the international organization, Vasily Nevencia, urged Washington to stop the escalating actions against the Persian nation.
08:39And they announced that external forces were taking advantage of Teheran's internal economic problems to overthrow its government.
08:46The Russian diplomat also recalled that the crisis over the nuclear program was caused by the United States unilateral withdrawn from the agreement signed in 2015.
08:59At the end of December, the whole world watched as the United States continued to escalate tensions and fuel hysteria around Iran, declaring that help was already on the way.
09:14Furthermore, in its official statements, Washington has not even tried to hide the real reasons for its supposed concern about the country's internal political situation, as it threatens to commit new attacks against Iran.
09:28Today's meeting convened by our U.S. colleagues is nothing more than another attempt to justify open aggression and interference in the internal affairs of a sovereign state.
09:43And if, as Washington indicates, the Iranian authorities would not reason, then they would resolve the Iranian problem in their favorite way, by attacking to overthrow a regime they consider undesirable.
10:02The Russian ambassador also denounced that the stabilization attempts against Iran by the foreign forces and assured that the situation in the Persian nation is getting back to normal.
10:15We express our solidarity with the Iranian people.
10:20We mourn the death of all the victims and innocent people.
10:25We see that they are hostile external forces trying to take advantage of the current situation, to overthrow a regime they don't like and to destroy the Islamic Republic of Iran as a sovereign and independent state.
10:36At the same time, we observe that the authorities in Tehran have declared and reaffirmed today their commitment to the international obligations, including respect for human rights and guaranteeing conditions for the peaceful expression of public opinion, while fulfilling their inherent responsibility to protect the lives of citizens, public order and the territorial integrity of the country.
10:57As far as we can see, the dynamics of the protests have subsided and the situation is gradually returning to normal.
11:04The Iranian government has taken the necessary measures to stabilize the economic situation and has established a constructive dialogue with society to resolve emerging problems.
11:18For his part, Chinese Foreign Minister Jiang Li called for peace and moderation from all parties involved in the situation in Iran.
11:26During a telephone conversation with his Iranian counterpart Seyed Abbas Areishi, he affirmed that China has always advocated for compliance with the purposes of the UN Charter and international law.
11:37He also emphasized that Beijing opposes the use of threat as force in international relations, the imposition of one's own will and a return to the law of the jungle.
11:46On the other hand, China hopes that all parties will value peace and resolve differences through dialogue, advocating for the promotion of regional peace and stability.
11:56Israel has killed at least 10 Palestinians across Gaza in the last 24 hours, just as the United States announced the progression to the Second Amendment.
11:59Israel has killed at least 10 Palestinians across Gaza in the last 24 hours, just as the United States announced the progression to the Second Amendment.
12:01the second phase of the peace plan between Hamas-resistant movement and Israel to end the conflict.
12:06Israel has killed at least 10 Palestinians across Gaza in the last 24 hours, just as the United States announced the progression to the Second Amendment.
12:11The second phase of the peace plan between Hamas-resistant movement and Israel to end the conflict.
12:16According to local sources, the Israeli military bombed two houses in the town of Diyar al-Bala, resulting in the deaths of six people, including a 16-year-old girl.
12:23Earlier, U.S. President Donald Trump announced the formation of a Board of Peace for the Gaza Strip, as part of the broader 20-point plan to end the Israeli war on Gaza.
12:36The plan shifts the focus from ceasefire monitoring to reconstruction and demilitarization.
12:55Since the seafire took effect, at least 451 Palestinians, including more than 100 children, have been reported killed.
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13:20Final short break, but we'll be right back with more from the South. Don't go away.
13:31Welcome back.
13:44On Friday, South Korean former President Yoon Suk-yeol was found guilty of obstructing justice and sentenced to five years in jail,
13:52the first rulings related to a range of criminal charges linked to his declaration of martial law in December 2024.
13:59A live broadcast of the ruling showed that Yoon was found guilty on Friday of charges that include obstructing authorities
14:06from executing an arrest warrant related to his martial law declaration, as well as fabricating official documents
14:12and failing to comply with the legal process required to impose martial law.
14:17Meanwhile, Yoon's legal team stated that he would appeal the verdict in the coming days.
14:22Meanwhile, the ex-president still faces the most serious charge of insurrection, which can carry a death penalty.
14:28Yoon was previously impeached, arrested and then dismissed as president after his short-lived imposition of martial law in 2024,
14:35which triggered huge public protests calling for his removal.
14:39Also in South Korea, on Friday a fire burned makeshift houses and forced dozens of residents to flee from one of Seoul's last remaining shantytowns.
14:55But no casualties were immediately reported.
14:58About six and a half hours after the blaze broke out in Gunion village in southern Seoul,
15:04most of the fire was under control.
15:06More than 1,200 personnel, including firefighters and police officers, were deployed to the scene.
15:12The cause of the fire is under investigation.
15:14The Hellsai village has had occasional fires over the years.
15:17A vulnerability, observers say, is linked to its tightly packed flammable homes.
15:23Located near Seoul's expensive neighborhoods, the village has long symbolized South Korea's income inequality.
15:29We went on to the Netherlands.
15:38An explosion on a residential street in the center of Vultredes injured at least four people on Thursday, according to an emergency services official.
15:47An explosion mid-afternoon caused a fire and widespread damage, forcing people into shopping streets.
15:53Firefighters struggled to enter damaged homes due to concerns about structural integrity.
15:58The cause of the blast was not immediately known.
16:01Yet four people were transported to the city hospital.
16:04The injury's extent was unknown and it was unclear if there were any fatalities.
16:09For the appropriate firefighters that are investigating has safely reached the rubble for survivals.
16:14Those whose homes were damaged are being accumulated in a nearby hotel.
16:39In Macedonia, hundreds of residents of Venkanyi took to the streets to celebrate the Carnival, a festival that preserves the villages in millennial traditions.
16:49With more than 14 centuries of history, the festival transforms the quiet Macedonian town into a reverent mass party.
16:56This activity originated from an ancient local practice that was used to work of evil spirits.
17:02The day is used to celebrate the village's cultural roots and local pride.
17:06It is believed locally that methodological beings are bizarre characters, parade, mock individuals and collective mistakes.
17:13As of today, due to its unique atmosphere, it has earned the title of the spookiest carnival, attracting hundreds of tourists wanting to experience it.
17:30Moving to China, the sound of the flute brings the Miao ethnic group together,
17:35to celebrate the Lusheng festival.
17:37Among the mountains of Jin Shu province, the sounds of the bamboo flute, the Lusheng, giving name to a millennial community celebration.
17:45The annual event gives thanks for past goods harbests and asks for prosperity for the new cycle.
17:51The group dances are one of the most striking aspects of the festival.
17:55Notable for the silver accessories and embroidery, the details of the traditional costumes bring color to the villages of the region.
18:02Every year, the Miao people pass on their cultural practices from one generation to the next,
18:08preserving this valuable tool and the community's identity and legacy.
18:12Featuring traditional singing and dancing.
18:14It's also a chance for young Miao to...
18:16On Thursday, a powerful winter storm swept through Toronto and the surrounding areas, causing school closures and travel delays.
18:36Heavy snowfall reduced visibility and affected transportation services.
18:40Meteorological authorities warned of heavy snowfall, causing reduced visibility.
18:45Local transportation officials reported road closures and reduced transit speeds due to the storm.
18:51On Thursday, Toronto Prison International Airport officials announced that air traffic control measures had been implemented due to the severe weather, affecting several inbound and outbound flights.
19:02Meanwhile, several local Toronto school boards fully suspended classes, while others enacted partial closures in response to the storm.
19:11Moving on to other news, four astronauts who were evacuated from the International Space Station landed back on Earth after the stay was cut short by a month due to a serious medical issue.
19:28After nearly an 11-hour journey, NASA astronauts Sena Karugman and Mike Fink, Japanese astronauts Kimiya Yui and Russian cosmonaut Oleg Platonov splashed down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego at 3.41 am.
19:45During a post-landing news briefing, NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman confirmed that all four astronauts were safe and in good spirits.
19:53And like this, we have come to the end of this Tunes Brief.
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